What was the inspiration for Mickey Mouse?

Walt's daughter Diane Disney Miller recalled, “It was on that long train ride that dad conceived of a new cartoon subject, a mouse who was then refined and further developed by Ub Iwerks, and given his name by my mother.” The first Mickey Mouse cartoon actually completed was Plane Crazy. read more

There’s never been any official mention of that fact as an historical connection for the inspiration for Mickey Mouse, but I think it reflects Walt Disney’s earnest, hardworking character and hopeful mindset at the time which is comes through so much in the Mickey Mouse cartoons. read more

Mickey Mouse is a funny animal cartoon character and the mascot of The Walt Disney Company. He was created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks at the Walt Disney Studios in 1928. An anthropomorphic mouse who typically wears red shorts, large yellow shoes, and white gloves, Mickey is one of the world's most recognizable characters. read more

And add an adorable photo frame of Mickey Mouse, which is actually a table number! These pieces at your party will definitely give your event a magical touch. (Photography via Style Me Pretty) Invite all your guests for a night of fun with these Mickey Mouse inspired invitations. read more